Saussurea lampsanifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lampsanifolia
ID:
64712
Status:
valid
Authors:
Franch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 2: 357 (1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064041
Common Names
- Lamp's Cottonweed
- Lamp's Plume
- Lamp's Pussytoes
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Saussurea lampsanifolia (also called 'Lamp's-wool' and 'Lamp's-cotton', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas and Central Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes at elevations of up to 4,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea lampsanifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Saussurea lampsanifolia flower is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown oval. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
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Saussurea lampsanifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Saussurea lampsanifolia
Saussurea lampsanifolia can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, at altitudes of 3,000-4,000 m.
Saussurea lampsanifolia FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Saussurea lampsanifolia?
Saussurea lampsanifolia prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be protected from strong winds and direct sunlight.
What type of fertilizer should I use for Saussurea lampsanifolia?
Saussurea lampsanifolia should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks during the growing season. Avoid fertilizers with high nitrogen content.
How often should I water Saussurea lampsanifolia?
Saussurea lampsanifolia should be watered regularly, but not overly so. Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and avoid overwatering.
Species in the Saussurea genus
Saussurea sughoo, Saussurea sylvatica, Saussurea compta, Saussurea apus, Saussurea paleata, Saussurea graminea, Saussurea gossipiphora, Saussurea chinensis, Saussurea petrovii, Saussurea kungii, Saussurea polypodioides, Saussurea foliosa, Saussurea leptolepis, Saussurea canandrifoia, Saussurea rigida, Saussurea kolesnikovii, Saussurea malitiosa, Saussurea taipaiensis, Saussurea veitchiana, Saussurea pectinata, Saussurea souliei, Saussurea orgaadayi, Saussurea lavrenkoana, Saussurea hypargyrea, Saussurea odontolepis, Saussurea chamarensis, Saussurea hieracioides, Saussurea mongolica, Saussurea franchetii, Saussurea chionophylla, Saussurea macrolepis, Saussurea rockii, Saussurea polygonifolia, Saussurea kingii, Saussurea maximowiczii, Saussurea scabrida, Saussurea obvallata, Saussurea graciliformis, Saussurea virgata, Saussurea amabilis, Saussurea huashanensis, Saussurea riederi, Saussurea sericea, Saussurea laniceps, Saussurea eriostemon, Saussurea porcii, Saussurea kurilensis, Saussurea dolichopoda, Saussurea tunglingensis, Saussurea acroura,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-21006: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.